6 Most Famous Korean Actors To Know About If You Are New To The World Of Korean Dramas

Are you new to Korean Dramas? If yes, here are some of the most popular South Korean actors whom you should know about for starters. Learn all about them and flaunt them in front of your friends. 

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Korean drama is one of the most booming entertainment industries in the world. With many talented actors and storylines, Korean dramas are loved by one and all. These TV series focus on many subjects from romance and comedy to thrillers and horror.

If you are new to the world of K-dramas and want to be a pro, here are some of the most famous South Korean actors whom you should know about.

Lee Min-ho

The most popular South Korean actor, singer, and model, Lee Min-ho started his acting career with a Korean drama called ‘Boys Over Flowers’. He has also acted in ‘City Hunter’, ‘The Heirs’, ‘The Legend of the Blue Sea’, and ‘The King: Eternal Monarch.

Kim Soo-hyun

Kim Soo-hyunis a South Korean actor who is highly renowned and one of the highest-paid celebrities in the industry. The actor debuted in his career with the TV series ‘Kimchi Cheese Smile’. However, he rose to fame after ‘Dream High’ in 2011.

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Ji Chang-wook

One of the most famous Korean stars, Ji Chang-wook is an actor, singer, and model. He debuted in the 2006 movie ‘Days...’ with a small role. After he scored a leading role in the 2011 Korean drama ‘Smile Again’, his fame was irretrievable. He is also known for his roles in ‘Warrior Baek Dong-soo’ and ‘The K2’.

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Lee Byung-hun

Lee Byung-hun is a South Korean actor who is known for his versatile acting talent. He rose to fame in 2000 with ‘Joint Security Area’. After that, he went on to work on projects including ‘A Bittersweet Life’, ‘Iris’, ‘Squid Game’ and Hollywood movies like ‘G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra’ and ‘Red 2’.

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Song Joong-ki

The popular Korean actor Song Joong-ki tasted fame with ‘Sungkyunkwan Scandal’. He further went on to do renowned roles in ‘The Innocent Man’, ‘Descendants of the Sun’, ‘Arthdal Chronicles’, ‘The Battleship Island’, ‘Vincenzo’, ‘Reborn Rich’, and ‘A Werewolf Boy’.

Hyun Bin

Hyun Bin is a popular South Korean actor who marked his debut with the sitcom ‘Nonstop 5’ in 2003. However, he rose to fame after working in ‘My Name is Kim Sam Soon’. He also worked in ‘Secret Garden’, ‘Confidential Assignment’, and ‘The Swindlers’.

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